Cooperating Agencies: CAL FIRE, Marin County, CDCR, CHP, CCC, Mendocino County Sheriff, all local government FPD in Mendocino County, State OES, BLM, BIA, NWS, numerous county fire departments, National Guard, private timber companies and consulting foresters/representatives.

Total Fire Personnel: 2,173 (1,017 CAL FIRE)

Engines: 183

Fire crews: 58

Helicopters 15

Dozers: 25

Water tenders: 70

Costs to date: $37.9 million

Conditions: The Mendocino Lightning Complex has consumed 53,300 acres and is 85% contained. It currently consists of 130 fires burning in Mendocino County. There are now seven active fires.

Favorable weather conditions continue to be predicted over the next several days. Firefighters are taking advantage of the favorable weather conditions and are making good progress on containment. Residents are reminded that they may see increased fire and smoke in the areas of planned firing operations.

The Governor has declared Mendocino County a State of Emergency due to redwood timber loss and significant threat to life, residential, commercial and resource loss.

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